Recent data reveals that the State's spending on accommodating international protection applicants has surged to a daily average of €2.75 million. Last year's expenditure reached €1.005 billion, illustrating a 54% increase from 2023. Since 2019, the total spend has amounted to €2.5 billion. Notably, Minister Norma Foley TD highlighted that the average daily accommodation cost per individual rose to €84 in 2024, marking a 9% increase from the previous year. Factors influencing cost fluctuations include resident numbers and accommodation types.
In the period from 2022 onward, numbers of international protection applicants increased sharply, contributing directly to the escalating overall costs of accommodation.
The average daily cost of accommodating an individual international protection applicant in 2024 is €84, reflecting a 9% increase from €76.80 in 2023.
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